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  • Page 1: Reference Manual

    Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-73 Series Model No. 2000 We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

  • Page 2: Read Me First

    Read Me First Windows XP screens are used in this manual when no specific OS (operating system) notes are required. Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanation easier to understand. If the user has logged on without the administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may be not displayed as shown in this manual.
  • Page 3 Read Me First [Start] - [Run] This illustration means to click [Start], then to click [Run]. For some applications, you may need to double- click. or ⇒ These symbols indicated related pages. : Refer to the page in this Reference Manual ⇒...

  • Page 4: Key Combinations

    Key Combinations CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do not press different key combinations quickly one after another. Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (external mouse), touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) or other keys. NOTE Do not press the following key combinations until you log on to Windows and the hard disk drive indicator turns off.
  • Page 5 Key Combinations Functions Popup Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F3 Display change By pressing this key combination, you can select either an external display, internal LCD or simultaneous. ( page CAUTION Do not press another key until the display destination has been completely switched.
  • Page 6 Key Combinations Functions Popup Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F5 Volume control (down) Volume control (up) Fn+F6 Pressing this key combination adjusts the volume of the internal speaker and headphone jack. NOTE This key combination cannot be used to adjust the volume of the warning beep or speakers connected to the USB port.
  • Page 7 Key Combinations Functions Popup Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F10 Power off using the hibernation function Pressing this key combination causes the current status of the computer to be saved to the hard disk, and powers off the computer. ( page...
  • Page 8 This is convenient when it is difficult to press two buttons simultaneously. Popup windows display ON/OFF Run the Hotkey Settings. Windows XP Select [Start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings]. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings]. Set the parameters.
  • Page 9 Key Combinations to a window display if Fn+Fx keys are pressed. To prevent this, turn the popup window display function OFF. Select [OK]. NOTE The Fn key lock function also works with Fn and other keys (e.g. , ) aside from Each user can select separate settings for whether or not to use the Hotkey settings.

  • Page 10: Led Indicators

    Battery pack or charging may not be working properly. Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Possible failure in the battery pack or charging circuit. Blinking orange...
  • Page 11 LED Indicators This indicator lights green when NumLk is pressed. This causes a portion of NumLk (Numeric key) the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad. The [Enter] key functions differently depending on the application. (If an external keyboard or ten-keyboard is connected to the external keyboard/ mouse port, the numeric keypad of the internal keyboard will not operate.) This indicator lights green when ScrLk is pressed.

  • Page 12: Touch Pad

    Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. CAUTION By design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip only. Therefore, do not use any implement which causes damage on the work surface. A.
  • Page 13 Touch Pad Function Operation Dragging Two quick taps, but on the second tap leaving your finger down (applying pressure) and moving it on the work surface. While holding down the button, moving your finger on the work surface. Scroll Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work Scroll a document.
  • Page 14 Touch Pad When the touch pad becomes dirty: Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth such as gauze or a soft cloth first applied with detergent diluted with water and then thoroughly wrung. Do not use benzene or thinner, or rubbing alcohol. Doing so may adversely affect the surface, e.g., discoloration.
  • Page 15 Touchscreen Only for models with touchscreen Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen function allowing you to perform the same operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with the stylus (included). If the cursor can not be pointed correctly with the stylus, perform [Calibration]. page The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings).
  • Page 16 The touchscreen function can not be used when using the full screen in [Command Prompt]. NOTE Select to view [Important Tips] for using the touchscreen. You can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures. Windows XP Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].

  • Page 17: Configuring The Touchscreen

    Touchscreen Windows 2000 Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. Configuring the Touchscreen When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps. Display [Touch Panel Property] screen. Windows XP Select [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Touch Panel].
  • Page 18 Touchscreen Handling the Touchscreen Use the stylus included with the computer. Do not use an implement other than the stylus that comes with the computer. Do not place any object on the surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects (e.g., nails), or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pens).

  • Page 19: Standby/Hibernation Functions

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly If you use the standby or hibernation function, you can shut down the computer without closing programs and documents. Upon restarting your computer from either the standby or hibernation mode, you can immediately continue working in all programs, or documents that were open at the time the computer was placed into standby or hibernation mode.
  • Page 20 Standby/Hibernation Functions • Standby Windows XP In [Start] - [Turn Off Computer], select [Stand By]. Windows 2000 In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Stand by] and select [OK]. • Hibernation Windows XP In [Start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold Shift, then select [Hibernate]. Windows 2000 In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Hibernate] and select [OK].
  • Page 21 Standby/Hibernation Functions Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode. If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation mode, use the Windows password as follows: Windows XP Select the account to change in [Start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts].

  • Page 22: Using The Power Switch

    Standby/Hibernation Functions In standby or hibernation mode Do not insert or remove peripherals; abnormal operation may result. Do not insert or remove the multimedia pocket device. (Except when using a second battery pack) In standby mode, power is consumed. If PC Cards are inserted, more of that power is consumed.
  • Page 23 Standby/Hibernation Functions Windows 2000 [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options] - [Advanced] Windows 2000 [Standby] Entering the standby or hibernation mode Press the power switch (A); at the beep sound, release your finger. The computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode, depending on the setting.

  • Page 24: Resuming Operation

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Resuming Operation Press the power switch (A). CAUTION Until resuming is complete (requires about 15 seconds, or 60 seconds if connected to a network, after the display returns), avoid the following: • Touching the keyboard (except for password input), touch pad, or power switch. •...

  • Page 25: Security Measures

    Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access to your computer, various security measures are provided as described below. Situation Function to use You do not want your computer to be used Supervisor Password ( page without permission User Password ( page You do not want the data on the hard disk to Hard Disk Lock ( page...

  • Page 26: Setting The Supervisor Password

    To disable the Supervisor Password Press only Enter. Enter At [Setup Notice], press Enter Press and select [Yes], then press CAUTION Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.
  • Page 27 Security Measures When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person. NOTE Your password will not be displayed on the screen. Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used.
  • Page 28 Security Measures To disable the User Password Press only Enter. Enter At [Setup Notice], press Enter Press and select [Yes], then press CAUTION Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer.
  • Page 29 Select [Disable] and press Enter. Enter Press and select [Yes], then press CAUTION To change your hard disk drive • Contact Panasonic Technical Support. • Before changing the hard disk, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disable].

  • Page 30: Computing On The Road

    Computing on the Road Saving Power One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. In the following, information is provided on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing. Four Important Points •...
  • Page 31 [Important Tips] for using the battery pack. You can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures. Windows XP Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. Windows 2000 Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
  • Page 32 Computing on the Road Setting the Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Technology Windows 2000 ® By using the Intel SpeedStep™ technology applet, you can set the computer's performance to optimize power consumption. Starting Up the Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Technology Select on the taskbar. NOTE The icon differs depending on the current setting.

  • Page 33: Battery Power

    Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Possible failure in the battery pack or charging circuit. Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal...
  • Page 34 Battery Power Check the Remaining Battery Power Press to Check the Remaining Battery Power on the Screen (After logging on to Windows) When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example) When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer Left:The remaining power of the main battery.
  • Page 35 Battery Power About High Temperature Mode This computer has a high temperature mode function that prevents the degradation of the battery in high temperature environments. We recommend setting the high temperature mode function when installing the computer in a car, etc. To use the high temperature mode function, set [Environment] in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility to [High Temperature].
  • Page 36 Battery Power When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low The following is factory default setting. When remaining battery capacity falls to When remaining battery capacity falls to 5% [Critical battery alarm] [Low battery alarm] Displays a message indicating the low Displays a message indicating the low battery level.
  • Page 37 Battery Power Set alarm operations and remaining battery level for operating alarm functions. When disabling the speaker by pressing Fn+F4, the sound alarm is also disabled. A. When making a setting for [When the alarm goes off, the computer will] in [Alarms] - [Alarm Action]: Windows XP Add a check mark for [Force stand by or shutdown even if a program stops...

  • Page 38: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Battery Power At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. Once the battery indicator turns green, the battery pack will be completely discharged. It takes approximately 3 hours until the power automatically goes off through the complete discharge of the battery from the fully charged state. Allow the battery pack to charge until the battery indicator turns green.
  • Page 39 Battery Power Turn your computer over and remove the battery pack. Slide the right-side latch (A) to the unlock position ( ). Slide the left-side latch (B) to the unlock position ( ), and hold the latch in that position while pushing the center of the battery pack outwards, parallel with the body of the computer.

  • Page 40: Multimedia Pocket

    Multimedia Pocket You may use any of the following devices. DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive DVD MULTI drive (Optional) Second battery pack (Optional) NOTE Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc. Be sure to read the operating instructions of the devices. Before connecting a peripheral such as a USB device or a PC Card, change the multimedia pocket device in accordance with the media in which the driver of the peripheral exists.

  • Page 41: Removing The Device

    Multimedia Pocket Inserting/Removing CAUTION Do not insert/remove the multimedia pocket device in the standby or hibernation mode, or when (multimedia pocket device indicator) or (hard disk drive indicator) is on. Do not select [Standby] or [Hibernate] as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] in the following menu.

  • Page 42: Inserting The Device

    Multimedia Pocket Inserting the device Gently insert the device with the label side (A) on top into the multimedia pocket by pushing on both corners until it is firmly in place. CAUTION Do not insert the device upside-down. The bottom of the drive may become disfigured.
  • Page 43 CD Drive Usage Precautions Before using the drive When using the CD drive for the first time, press the eject button to open the disc tray after the computer has been powered on, and remove the protective sheet from the lens area.

  • Page 44: About Discs

    CD Drive Cleaning We recommend cleaning the drive with an air puffer used for camera lenses. (Do not use any spray-type of lens cleaning products.) About Discs Do not use any discs that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round. Depending on the condition (record quality, a crack, dirt, modification, copy protection, etc.) of a disc, it may not be possible to be read it correctly.
  • Page 45 CD Drive When Using DVD-ROM Discs To play DVD-Video or MPEG2 files, DVD playback software is required. (WinDVD is installed at the time of purchase. ⇒Operating Instructions “WinDVD”) About Regions Setting The DVD-Video has a region code that is fixed according to the region where it is sold. In order to play a DVD-Video, the region code of the player software and of the drive must match that of the DVD-Video.
  • Page 46 CD Drive When Using CD-R or CD-RW Discs When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, read the description on the disc package. When writing to CD-R/RW discs To write CD-R/RW discs, CD-R/RW writer software is required. (B's Recorder GOLD5 and B's CLiP are installed at the time of purchase. ⇒Operating Instructions “B's Recorder/B's CLiP”) Be sure to use discs conforming to the proper write speeds.
  • Page 47 CD Drive To avoid damaging discs: • Do not touch the data surface (the side opposite the side with the title printed on it) as it can cause the disc to become dirty or scratched. • Do not allow discs to become dirty or scratched. •...
  • Page 48 CD Drive Setting a Disc CAUTION When inserting or removing a disc, be careful not to touch the lens of the drive. Press the eject button (A) while the computer's power is on. Slowly pull out the tray. Inserting or removing a disc Inserting Place the disc with the label facing upward in the drive and push down the cen- ter of the disc until it clicks in place.

  • Page 49: Power Saving Mode

    CD Drive Power-saving Mode If the CD drive has not been accessed within 30 seconds, the drive motor will automatically shut down to reduce the power consumption. When the CD drive is accessed once again, the power of the drive motor is turned on. However, approximately 30 seconds are required until data is actually read from the disc.
  • Page 50 PC Cards Your computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications or SCSI devices, etc., may be utilized. Type I (3.3 mm) or II (5.0 mm): Two cards can be used simultaneously. Type III (10.5 mm): One card can be used only in the slot 1.

  • Page 51: Inserting A Pc Card

    PC Cards Inserting/Removing the PC Card Inserting a PC Card Simply slide the PC Card right-side-up (A) until it snaps into place. Refer to the operating instructions of each card on how to insert the card. CAUTION When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.): Connect the peripheral device to the card.
  • Page 52 PC Cards Disable the card function. Windows XP Select on the taskbar, select the PC Card, then select [Stop]. Follow the on-screen instructions. (When the PC Card has been removed after the computer is turned off, this step is not necessary.) Windows 2000 Select on the taskbar, select the PC Card, then select [Stop].

  • Page 53: Ram Module

    RAM Module Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unusable or the computer may not operate properly. RAM module specifications: 200 pins, SO-DIMM, 3.3 V, DDR SDRAM, PC2100 CAUTION RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity.
  • Page 54 RAM Module Insert/Remove RAM module. Inserting the RAM module Slide in the module at an angle. Press the module down until the right and left hooks lock into place. Removing the RAM module Gently open the left and right hooks (F). The RAM module will be raised aslant.

  • Page 55: Port Replicator / I/O Box

    Port Replicator / I/O Box Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB731). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone, etc. The port replicator connects to the expansion bus connector(A) on the back of your computer.

  • Page 56: External Display

    External Display Power off your computer. (⇒Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function. Connect the external display. Connect the external display to the external display port (A) on your computer. Turn on the external display, then turn on your computer. After Windows starts up, the screen is displayed on both the internal LCD and the external display.

  • Page 57: Extended Desktop

    External Display Also, carefully read the operating instructions of the external display. If a picture is not displayed properly, lower the level of [Hardware acceleration] in the following menu. Windows XP [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] - [Settings] - [Advanced] - [Troubleshoot] Windows 2000 [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Display] - [Settings] - [Advanced] -...
  • Page 58 External Display The pop-up window displayed by Fn key combination is shown only on the primary device. <Only for models with touchscreen> The cursor will move on the primary device if the surface of the internal LCD is touched. Set the primary device to the internal LCD when using the touchscreen. Precautions When the application running is not shown on the display, refer to the following items.

  • Page 59: Control Panel

    External Display When an animated pointer is used for the mouse pointer (e.g., when changing the theme in [Appearance and Themes] of [Control Panel]) An error may occur when resuming from the standby or hibernation mode. In such cases, change the mouse pointer to the standard pointer with the following procedure. Select [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse].
  • Page 60 Printer The following methods can be used to connect a printer. USB printer: Can be connected to a USB port on this computer. Parallel printer: • Optional I/O Box (CF-VEBU03) or Port Replicator (CF-VEB731) is required.( page For more information about these connections, refer to the I/O Box or Port Replicator Operating Instructions.

  • Page 61: Connecting Usb Devices

    USB Devices Connecting/Removing USB devices Connecting USB devices Connect the USB device to the USB port (A) on your computer, referring to the operating instructions of the USB device. You may need to install drivers compatible with the operating system you are using for your USB devices.

  • Page 62: Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    USB Devices Save important data and close each application. Disable the device functions. Windows XP Select on the taskbar and select the USB device, then select [Stop]. Follow the on-screen instructions. (When is not displayed or when the USB device has been removed after the computer is turned off, this step is not necessary.) Windows 2000 Select...
  • Page 63 USB Devices Use the write-protect tab (A). This is a must for preserving important data. This prevents your data from being erased or overwritten. The USB floppy disk drive cannot be used at the same time as other floppy disk drives. Do not directly open application files (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel) which are stored on the floppy disk.
  • Page 64 Modem Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack CAUTION Do not use the PBX internal phone lines installed in company offices. Doing so may lead to a fire or electric shock. It is not possible to connect the modem to any of the following lines. •...
  • Page 65 Modem NOTE Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode during communications. Ring Resume Function With this function, if the telephone that is connected to the modem rings in the standby mode, the power of the computer automatically switches ON. This function is convenient when using automatic information receiving applications such as a FAX application.
  • Page 66 Modem • Roughly consider the communication time and then set [System standby]. There may be cases where the computer enters the standby mode after the time set for [System standby] elapses even during communications, and cuts off the communications. • If [Never] is set, the computer will not enter the standby mode during communications, but once the computer resumes, the power of the computer will remain on while the user is absent.
  • Page 67 When using the computer as a network computer, some additional settings may have to be made depending on the usage conditions. We recommend asking your system administrator or the person in charge of the network. Connecting LAN CAUTION Do not connect the modem telephone cable into the LAN port. Power off your computer.
  • Page 68 NOTE If you are unable to connect to the network (when the indicator of your HUB unit does not light): Display [Device Manager] screen. Windows XP Select [Device Manager] in [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware]. Windows 2000 Select [Device Manager] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Hardware].
  • Page 69 Select [Power Management], add the check mark for [Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby.] and [Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.], then select [OK]. CAUTION Be sure to connect the AC adaptor, and enable the supply of power. NOTE Even when a password is set in the Setup Utility and [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], it is not necessary to input the password set in the Setup Utility when the...

  • Page 70: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN If you use a wireless LAN, you can use a network without cable connections. CAUTION Communication is performed through the wireless LAN antenna (A). Do not block the antenna area with your hand or otherwise interfere with the passage of the radio signals.
  • Page 71 Wireless LAN To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk via a wireless LAN ( page 25). If you plan to use wireless LAN functions, we recommend that you do so only after making the appropriate security settings, such as for data encryption. We recommend turning the wireless LAN off when it is not used or out of range ( page...
  • Page 72 Wireless LAN Enter the profile name and network name (SSID), and then make other necessary changes, then select [Next]. Use only one-byte alphanumeric characters when entering the profile name. Make necessary changes and select [Finish]. Select [OK]. NOTE About WLAN Security Client WLAN Security Client is an implementation of the client side of the IEEE 802.1X-Port Based Network Access Control protocol.
  • Page 73 Wireless LAN If the function fails to operate correctly Read the operating instructions for the access point carefully and check the settings. The access point fails to be displayed in [Available Networks] Select the profile you are using, and select [Advanced] in [Networks]. [Connect to ad hoc networks only] may have been selected in [Connection preference].

  • Page 74: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Inserting/Removing the Hard Disk Drive CAUTION Be sure to back up all important data before changing the hard disk drive. You can erase the data before changing the hard disk drive. ("Hard Disk Data Erase Utility")
  • Page 75 Hard Disk Drive Remove the hard disk drive. Inserting the hard disk drive Insert the hard disk drive as shown in the figure until it clicks into place. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow in the figure. Slide the latch to the lock position ( ).

  • Page 76: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility Turn on or restart the computer. Press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password. When the Setup Utility is started with Supervisor Password You can register all items of the Setup Utility.

  • Page 77: Key Operations

    Setup Utility Key Operations To display the corresponding "help" file. To display [Exit] menu. To move among the items.  To move among the menus. F5 F6 To move among the values. Enter To display sub-menu of each item selected by To set default settings (except the password).

  • Page 78: Information Menu

    Setup Utility Information Menu Language: [English] Model No.: CF-xxxxxxxxx Serial No.: xxxxxxxxxx CPU Type: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx CPU Speed: xxx GHz BIOS: Vx.xxLxx Embedded Controller: Vx.xxLxx System Memory: xxx MB Video RAM: xxx MB Primary Master: xx GB Secondary Master: CD Drive Parameters : Default) Language...

  • Page 79: Main Menu

    Setup Utility Main Menu System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] System Time: [xx:xx:xx] Touch Pad: [Enable] Display: [Simultaneous] Display Expansion: [Enable] CD Drive Speed: [High] Environment: [Normal Temperature] Audio Power Management: [Disable] Date is shown in order of Month/Day/Year. Time is shown in 24-hr. style. Parameters : Default) Touch Pad...

  • Page 80: Advanced Menu

    Setup Utility The display destination in cases where Windows is not running is set here. When an external display is connected, the computer displays on both the internal LCD and the external display after Windows starts up regardless of the [Display] setting. The description for [CD Drive Speed] applies to read only.
  • Page 81 Setup Utility Parameters : Default) Serial Port A Disable Enable Auto 3F8/IRQ4 I/O IRQ 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ7 2E8/IRQ5 Serial Port B Disable Enable Auto 3F8/IRQ4 I/O IRQ 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ7 2E8/IRQ5 Parallel Port Disable Enable Auto Uni-directional Mode Bi-directional None IRQ5 IRQ7 Touchscreen Disable Enable...
  • Page 82 Setup Utility Disable Enable Disable Boot up from LAN Enable Disable Wireless LAN Enable Legacy USB Support Disable Enable This item is displayed only when the setting of each port is [Enable]. This item is displayed only when [Parallel Port] is set to [Enable] or [Auto]. [Disable] is automatically set when [LAN] is set to [Disable].

  • Page 83: Security Menu

    Setup Utility Security Menu Password on boot: [Enable] Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] Boot First Menu: [Enable] Hard Disk Lock: [Disable] User Password Protection: [No Protection] Set User Password: [Enter] NOTE When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password; •...

  • Page 84: Boot Menu

    The device for starting up the operating system can also be selected during computer start-up. After the computer is turned on, and Esc is pressed at [Panasonic] boot screen, [Boot Menu] (the device selection display) will appear. When the setting of [Boot] menu is changed, the selection screen display will also change.

  • Page 85: Exit Menu

    Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values Load Previous Values Save Current Values Refresh Battery This item is not displayed when starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password. Parameters Save Values & Exit Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS.

  • Page 86: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network Connections and Communications Software If the power saving function (standby or hibernation mode) activates while communications software is being used, the network connection may be interrupted, or performance may be adversely affected. If this happens, restart the computer. Be sure to close the communications software before using the power saving function.

  • Page 87: Dmi Viewer

    CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Windows XP Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic]. Windows 2000 Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]. The screen shown left is displayed.

  • Page 88: List Of Error Codes

    ( page If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. 0271: Check date and time The data and time setting are incorrect.
  • Page 89 If the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk, confirm whether the hard disk is properly recognized in [Information] menu of the Setup Utility. ( page If the hard disk is recognized, perform the reinstallation procedure. If not, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

  • Page 90: Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

    When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status ( page 103).
  • Page 91 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Starting Up When resuming from the standby or Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does hibernation mode, [Enter Password] not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode. does not appear even if a password If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation has been set in the Setup Utility...
  • Page 92 Select [Tools] - [Check Now]. Select [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options]. At startup, hold down F8 when [Panasonic] boot screen disappears, and release your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed. Start the computer in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error.
  • Page 93 Setup Utility [Enter Password] is displayed Enter the Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it, contact Panasonic Technical Support. [Advanced] and [Boot] menu can not Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password. be registered...

  • Page 94: Shutting Down

    Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Possible failure in the battery pack or charging circuit. The orange indicator blinks Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal temperature of the battery pack is outside of the acceptable temperature range for recharging.
  • Page 95 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Keyboard Only numbers can be inputted Check whether the indicator is on. If it is on, the computer is in ten-key keyboard mode. To disable the ten-key mode, press NumLk. Only capital letters are being input Check whether the indicator is on.

  • Page 96: Connecting Peripherals

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Network Unable to use wireless LAN Confirm that [Wireless LAN] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility. Confirm that is displayed on the taskbar. is not displayed on the taskbar, confirm that [On] is selected for [Switch radio] in [Intel(R) PROSet] - [General].
  • Page 97 Confirm that a driver for your operating system has been installed. USB floppy disk drives do not work as Only the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive (optional) can be used. a boot drive Do not connect the floppy disk drive to the USB connector of the port replicator for this computer.
  • Page 98 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals The address map for IRQ, I/O port The current address map can be displayed with the following procedure. Windows XP address, etc. is unclear [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager] - [View] - [Resources by type].

  • Page 99: Disk Operations

    Wireless LAN connection drops out Follow the on-screen instructions. Poor performance when forwarding Select [Performance] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [CPU data via a PC card (e.g., unstable Idle Setting] and select [OK], then select [Yes]. video images when writing videos The computer will be restarted automatically.
  • Page 100 Your drive or file may not have been properly set. Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Trouble has occurred with the disc You may need to clean the lens or disc.

  • Page 101: Touch Pad / Touchscreen (Only For Models With Touchscreen)

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Disk Operations When the previous item is not the Try testing another drive or media. cause Touch Pad / Touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) The cursor cannot be controlled If you are using an external mouse, ensure that the external mouse has been properly connected correctly.

  • Page 102: Fast User Switching Function

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Sound When starting Sound Recorder, it Sound Recorder displays this error message when started by a user with a displays the message: "There was an limited account if the user's language setting is different to that of the user with error updating the registry"...
  • Page 103 You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status, and use this information when calling Panasonic Technical Support for advice. (If you have not logged on with administrator authority, some information will be displayed as [Not Found].)
  • Page 104 You can also save a copy of the screen to a file using the following procedure. Windows XP Select [Start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [Screen Copy]. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [Screen Copy].
  • Page 105 Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. • WinDVD™ is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. • Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PCE0138A_2K/XP...

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